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Joan Mbabazi

Joan Mbabazi

Janvier Igabe and Josiane Tuyishimire pose for a photo. Igabe, who is HIV-negative, and Tuyishimire, who is positive, are married, raising two daughters.

How a Kigali couple is thriving despite different HIV statuses

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Some of the sugary drinks that are reported to be contributing to a rise in preventable diseases. Courtesy

Can ‘health taxes’ slow the rise of NCDs?

Monday, January 19, 2026

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Scientists discover previously unknown genetic diabetes in babies

Saturday, January 17, 2026

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What’s driving the decline in new HIV infections?

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Rwanda plans to introduce lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, in the last quarter of the year. Courtesy

Six-month HIV prevention injection set for rollout by year-end

Thursday, January 15, 2026

WHO calls for 'health tax' on sugary drinks, alcohol.

WHO calls for 'health tax' on sugary drinks, alcohol

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

A worker conducts an in-house spraying exercise in Bugesera District, as part of a public health initiative. Courtesy

Malaria cases rise as govt scales up spraying drive

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The Trump Administration announces the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, putting REAL FOOD back at the center of health.

Why US reversed traditional food pyramid

Friday, January 09, 2026

A pregnant woman undergoes check-up at Clinique la Medicale in Kigali. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

What do we need to attain full antenatal coverage in Rwanda?

Friday, January 09, 2026

For many women, contraceptive use depends on timing, medical advice, and agreement with a partner. Courtesy

Why are more married women using modern contraception?

Thursday, January 08, 2026

The newborns will receive the hepatitis B birth-dose vaccine on time, including babies born at home or outside health facilities. Courtesy

What to know about Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns

Monday, January 05, 2026

A nurse uses a poster to explain cervical cancer to a patient at the Rwanda Military Hospital on March 6. Courtesy.

Women can now self test for cervical cancer

Saturday, January 03, 2026

Kisimenti is one of the busiest commercial centres around the City of Kigali, especially during evening hours. January blues usually follow a season of
high spending thanks to an extended period of social events and merrymaking. Photo: Craish Bahizi.

Holiday spending drives January blues: Tips to avoid them

Thursday, January 01, 2026

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Make your New Year’s holiday at home memorable

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

The Ugandan-born financial literacy advocate and author, Kakurah Ninsiima, speaks at the launch of her book in Kigali. Courtesy

How can families pass on wealth to the next generation?

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

A client enjoys jollof rice and chicken at a restaurant during lunchtime. Photos by Craish Bahizi.

Food safety alert: RBC flags increased contamination risk during holidays

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Boxing Day, marked annually on December 26, is a public holiday in Rwanda, offering families time to rest, travel, or visit relatives after Christmas.

Boxing Day: The history and meaning behind the holiday

Friday, December 26, 2025

Christians attend church services at Evangelical Restoration Church, Masoro, on Christmas, December 25, 2024. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Faith leaders urge believers to put Christ back at the centre of Xmas

Thursday, December 25, 2025